Economic and community development Charities
Discover 2,554 Economic and community development charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Somerset Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureA rural youth organisation for all young people with an interest in the countryside aged 10-26 years. Recognised life skills are learnt by members who run their own clubs, chairing meetings, secretarial duties, treasurer duties and programme planning are just a few. Training and achievements in public speaking,sports and the arts are within the structured sports and competitions programme.
Benger Bears Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationBenger Bears Pre-School is set in the rural village community of Sutton Benger. At Benger Bears Pre-school we aim to provide high quality, affordable and accessible childcare to children aged two and a half to five, in a safe and supportive environment, and to work in partnership with parents in the provision of this childcare.
Clevedon Family Church
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, Religion, Saving of livesReligous activitiesRelief of povertyYoung peoples recreation and sportOverseas aid / famine relief
Chora
Economic and community developmentUndertaking research in the field of architecture and urban planning
The Jacob Sheep Society Limited
Economic and community developmentAdvance and promote agriculture by improving the breed and promoting and encouraging the breeding of Jacob Sheep
Buxton Community Church
Associations, Economic and community development, ReligionBuxton Community Church is committed to the advancement of the Christian faith and the establishment of the kingdom of God. We involve ourselves in community projects, which aim to reach the widest possible spectrum of the community. Our worship facility is used for various community activities.
The Buckinghamshire Federation Of Young Farmers' Clubs
Beneficiary group, Economic and community developmentGeneral youth work with young people aged 10-26 often from rural areas.
Llanharan Recreation Ground
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureThe provision of * Recreation Centre* Playing Fields including Children's Play Area *Sports Pitches (Rugby and Football)* Green Space in Llanharan and Bryncae * Community Activities* Community wellbeing Activities at Llanharan Recreation Ground off Bridgend Road, Llanharan CF72 9RA and Land at Bryncae off Powell Drive, Llanharan
The St Michael's Community Centre
Associations, Economic and community development, FacilitiesA Christian community centre offering range of community activities.
Hawkwell Village Hall
Arts, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureMain Hall: Playschool, Dance, Urban Theatre School, Slimming World, Meetings & Shows, Fuchsia Society, Zumba Class, 1 U3A Group, Vulcan Trust, Martial Art, general public, Budgerigar/Foreign bird Society. Polling Station when required. Annex:Playschool, Jazz Record Society, South Essex Astronomy club, Budgerigar/Foreign bird Society.Car Park:Stambridge Pigeon club, Horticultural Society
St Mary's Episcopal Chapel
Economic and community development, Education, ReligionCarry out the ministry of an independent Anglican Church including the employment and accommodation of the Minister.
The Elham Valley Line Trust
Economic and community development, Heritage, HousingThe charity manages a countryside centre and tea room in an historic local barn, moved from the site of the Channel Tunnel complex, housing local historic artefacts and information. It also manages an adjacent museum dedicated to the Elham Valley Line Railway, housing many rail based artefacts and the English half of the original model from the Channel Tunnel Exhibition Centre.
Jigsaw Community Co-Operative
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Social welfareThe object for which the Charity is established is to reduce the impact of ill health , poor mental health , physical disability and social or economic disadvantage on young people and communities within Gloucestershire by:The provision of such services, support and advice that are necessary to reduce the barriers to education, employment ,well-being or social and community engagement
Shaheed Udham Singh Welfare Trust (birmingham)
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationTo provide information on social security, employment, education, health, passports,welfare rights and immigration/nationality
Yeading Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureProvision of space for local community activities to take place, catering to people of all ages. We offer Martial Art classes, Indoor Bowls, Glencoe Friendly over 50's Club and more.
The Morel Charitable Trust
Arts, Economic and community developmentsupport of the arts, in particular drama, organisations working for improved race relations, inner city projects and third world projects
Selby Community Trust
Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureThe object of the Charity is, in the interests of social welfare, to improve the conditions of life for the inhabitants of the area of benefit without distinction of political, religious or other opinions by the provision and maintenance of a community centre, a recreation ground and an open space .
The Thistlethwayte Southwick And Boarhunt Church And Community Trust (generally Known As The Thistlethwayte Southwick Charity)
Economic and community development, ReligionThe financial support of the churches in the Parishes of Southwick and Boarhunt.
Stepping Stones Pre-School
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, EducationRural committee run pre-school offering childcare between 8.50 am and 3.00 pm. Extended hours are available. Aim is to deliver quality affordable care giving children a sound foundation to learn from. Play approach benefits all in their learning no matter what their individual abilities. Aspire to give skills for the rest of their lives and in future be positive contributors to society.
Poverty Relief Foundation Limited
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Social welfareProviding funds for construction of wells with pumps & rainwater tanks in rural areas of Tanzania. Other projects include new classrooms & loans to women's groups.
Yatton Keynell Recreation Association
Associations, Economic and community development, LeisureIn the interests of social welfare to provide facilities for recreation, education or other community activities for the purposes of improving conditions of life of the residents within the Parish of Yatton Keynell and the local area
Cpre Rutland And Lincolnshire
Charitable activities, Economic and community developmentThe objects of the branch charity shall be to promote and encourage for the benefit of the public the improvement, protection and preservation of the countryside of Rutland and Lincolnshire, their towns and villages and the better development of the rural environment.
Leighton Buzzard Young Farmers' Club
Economic and community developmentEducation/TrainingSport/recreationAnimalsEnvironment/Conservation/Heritage
The Mothers Union (diocese Of Durham Branch)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Saving of lives, Social welfareParish support. Short breaks for those in difficult circumstances, support for women prisoners and families, school children in deprived area, womens refuge. Blankets, baby clothes, toilet bags to hospitals, support members overseas, literacy, development, health education, famine relief.
Rotary Club Of Stafford Castle Trust Fund
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe charities and good causes supported from the fund remain largely in the local community with considerable emphasis on children with special needs, local schools projects and the disabled. International aid and response to emergency appeals continue to be supported when they arise.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many economic and community development charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,554 registered economic and community development charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the economic and community development charities by income?
Barnardo's is the largest by latest reported annual income (£340.3m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of economic and community development charities?
Economic and community development charities reported a combined annual income of £4.0bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for economic and community development charities?
Across all economic and community development charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 87.3%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of economic and community development charities?
Economic and community development charities have an average annual income of £1.4m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.